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Germany's Merz Lashes Out at Orban During EU Defense Discussions, Bloomberg Reports

Merz blamed Orban for blocking EU security talks amid tensions over Russia sanctions and Ukraine support, with EU leaders planning a follow-up summit in Brussels.

According to Bloomberg, the clash between the two leaders erupted on Oct. 1 during talks on the EU's strategy to defend itself against the Russian threat and support for Ukraine.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Viktor Orban on Wednesday at a meeting of European Union leaders in Copenhagen, accusing the Hungarian Prime Minister of deliberating discussions on the need for security...

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The Prime Minister acknowledged that the EU would support Ukraine with money that "is not ours", but stressed that "Hungary will never be a part of such a decision".

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German Chancellor accuses Viktor Orban of obstructing discussions on EU security needs during leaders' meeting in Copenhagen

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Friedrich Merz and Viktor Orban had a tense exchange during talks on support for Ukraine and European security. The Hungarian prime minister denounced "pro-war proposals" while European leaders expressed growing frustration with Budapest's pro-Russian stances.

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